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Business Resolutions and Amendments to Rules

A Business Resolution “…directly involves the administration and structure of the Association. Any resolution submitted which, taken as a whole, has as its purpose the making of a statement of social concern or principle shall be deemed to be a Study/Action Issue for Social Justice...” (Rule G-4.18.2)

Who May Submit Resolutions

Fifteen collaborating UUA certified (in 2017) member congregations, by action of their governing boards or congregations.

By official action of a district or region (See UUA Bylaws Section 4.11).

The bearer of a petition signed by 250 members of UUA certified (in 2017) member congregations, with no more than ten members from any one congregation.

How to Write a Business Resolution

Formatting:

Each resolution should have two parts: a preamble and operative paragraph(s).

The first part sets forth the reasons for action, the second part the action desired and the persons or organizations who are requested to act.

Each paragraph in the preamble should begin with “Whereas”; the first operative paragraph with “Be it Resolved that the 20xx General Assembly of the UUA” (urges, recommends, etc.); and successive operative paragraphs with “Be it Further Resolved.”

What Happens Next

Proposed Business Resolutions and Amendments to Rules appear on the Tentative Agenda; In order for a Business Resolution to appear on the Final Agenda, it must receive a majority of votes in the Congregational Poll.

Amendments to the UUA Bylaws

Refer to Article XIV of UUA Bylaws and Rules

Bylaws and Rules are the basic legal guide to the actions of the Association.

Who May Submit Amendments

Fifteen collaborating UUA certified (in 2017) member congregations, by action of their governing boards or congregations.

By official action of a district or region (See UUA Bylaws Section 4.11).

The bearer of a petition signed by 250 members of UUA certified (in 2017) member congregations, with no more than ten members from any one congregation.

How to Write Amendment

Proposed amendments must be clear and unambiguous. They should be precise, using words consistent with the context.